Compare fractions with different denominators
Rewrite with a common denominator, or compare each to one half.
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Compare 1/4 and 3/5. Write <, > or =.
Answer: <
Compare 3/5 and 5/6. Write <, > or =.
Answer: <
Compare 1/2 and 1/3. Write <, > or =.
Answer: >
Tip: Rewrite with a common denominator, or compare each to one half.
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